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Our Story:

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What's Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Junior Lab Engineer            

Location: Richmond, VA             

What we're looking for:

Performs entry-level professional engineering work under close supervision, focusing on technical tasks such as testing, drafting, calculations, and lab procedures. Miscellaneous engineering functions.

What you'll be responsible for in this role:

• Create test plans for every project and test case evaluated in the test lab. Each test plan should outline specific goals and requirements, include detailed timelines for completion, and provide documentation of results as evaluations are completed.
• Prepare and install refrigerated display cases, along with various parts and materials, for evaluation.
• Equip each test case, part, or material with the necessary data acquisition sensors.
• Collect all relevant data for each test case to determine temperature and refrigeration load requirements.
• Gather measurements and specifications for the materials and parts being evaluated.
• Develop strategies to optimize product performance.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration systems to resolve existing issues with current designs and make recommendations for improving future designs.
• Report findings after conducting a thorough analysis of the gathered data for each evaluation.
• Collaborate directly with design, production, and customer service engineers during case testing to address issues related to performance, parts, and customer expectations.
• Work closely with sales and design teams to ensure compliance with the requirements set by the Department of Energy (DOE), National Science Foundation (NSF), and Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

What are the basic qualifications?

• Requires an Engineering Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university preferred. (Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer)
• Requires 0-2 years' experience in a test lab or equivalent environment

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Ability to define test plans, validate new products, collect data, establish facts, draw and report conclusions.
• Ability to work with others as a team and individually on projects.
• Ability to deal with complex factors and ideas to make decisions based on conclusions.
• Maintain test lab and equipment in working conditions.
• Understand electrical concepts and components.
• Work with power tools.
• Solid Thermodynamic concepts/knowledge.
• Data acquisition equipment knowledge (LabVIEW/National Instruments).
• 3D Modeling knowledge (SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of lead manufacturing and 6 sigma.
• Knowledge of creating schedules and executing them independently.

To be a great fit for the role:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to clearly document testing results and communicate them effectively to all levels of the organization
• Must have strong mathematical knowledge, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas; various forms of precision measuring instruments, personal computer and computer software applications.
• Must have strong computer skills utilizing MS professional.
• How to operate & maintain test lab equipment in working order (5's)
• Design and technical aptitude.
• Strong work ethics and professional attitude.
• Solid interpersonal skills.

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It's our values that define Dover to all our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It's our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What's in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.